The Los Angeles Rams are generating plenty of buzz heading into the next season, with fans eager to see what the team can accomplish as they continue their quest for a Super Bowl. One player fans are particularly excited to watch is Puka Nacua, who will be joined by superstar Davante Adams in a potent receiving corps.
With Adams’ addition and Matthew Stafford confirmed as the starting quarterback, expectations are high for the Rams to make a serious title run. After a disappointing loss to the Eagles, the team is determined to turn things around and make next season a different story.
Amid the excitement and high hopes for the upcoming year, Nacua’s recent comments have left fans wondering about his long-term future with the team. During an appearance on the Join The Lobby podcast, Nacua opened up about his plans for retirement, but remained tight-lipped about his commitment to the Rams.
“I know I want to retire at the age of 30… I think of Aaron Donald; to go out on top, I think it would be super cool,” Nacua said. His statement has raised concerns among fans, as he did not specify whether he plans to stay with the Rams when the time comes for him to hang up his cleats.
NFL player Puka Nacua of the Los Angeles Rams attenda a semifinal game of the Emirates NBA Cup between the Houston Rockets and the Oklahoma City Thunder at T-Mobile Arena on December 14, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Thunder defeated the Rockets 111-96.
The reasons behind Nacua’s decision
Saying goodbye to a successful career is never easy, especially when you’ve proven yourself among the best. Over the past few seasons, Nacua has solidified his spot as one of the NFL’s top players, and he wants to retire on his own terms. However, there’s a deeper motivation behind his decision, one that centers around his family.
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After announcing his desire to retire from the NFL, Nacua revealed the key reason driving his choice. “I want to have a big family. I want at least a starting five. I come from a big family, so I need five boys, for sure,” he said.
Nacua emphasized that his goal isn’t just to build the family he envisions but to be an active part of their lives. “I want to be able to be a part of their lives and be as active as I can with them,” he added.
Nacua reveals the first purchase he made with his NFL salary
Nacua began his NFL career just two years ago, and at only 22 years old, he received his first paycheck. Reflecting on his new financial freedom, he shared the first big purchase he made with his earnings as a rookie for the Rams.
“I went straight to the BMW store in Salt Lake and bought a BMW XM. It was the car I liked, it looked so nice,and I didn’t want the same car as everyone else, so I decided to buy that one,” Nacua explained.
